Description
Warm oats baked with molasses, brown sugar, and cozy holiday spices make a comforting and easy morning meal.
Ingredients
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- Nonstick cooking spray
- 1/3 cup dark molasses (80 ml), not blackstrap
- 1/4 cup packed light brown sugar (50 g)
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
- 2 cups milk (480 ml)
- 2 1/2 cups old-fashioned rolled oats (225 g)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (177°C) and grease an 8-inch (20 cm) square baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the dark molasses, packed brown sugar, eggs, salt, baking powder, ground cinnamon, ground ginger, and ground cloves until smooth.
- Pour the milk into the bowl and whisk until fully incorporated.
- Stir in the old-fashioned rolled oats until the oats are thoroughly moistened.
- Pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish and smooth the top with a spatula.
- Cover the dish tightly with aluminum foil.
- Bake for 40 to 45 minutes, or until the center is set and the internal temperature reaches 160°F (71°C) on a food thermometer to ensure the eggs are fully cooked.
- Remove the foil and let the baked oatmeal sit for 5 minutes to firm up before slicing and serving.
Notes
- To ensure food safety, verify that the baked oatmeal reaches an internal temperature of 160°F (71°C) before serving.
- If you prefer a slightly crisper top, remove the foil during the last 5 to 10 minutes of baking.
- You can stir in a half-cup of chopped pecans, walnuts, or raisins before baking for extra texture.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American